Water Damage Restoration in The Colony, TX

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Water damage restoration in The Colony, TX often comes down to age. The Colony began as a planned community in the 1970s on the eastern shore of Lewisville Lake, and a large share of its homes were built in the 1970s and 1980s. Those houses are now 40 to 50 years old, which means original or long-serving water heaters, supply lines, shutoff valves and, in many cases, cast-iron drain lines under the slab. Newer neighborhoods closer to the lake and around the Grandscape area have different, newer-home issues. We connect The Colony homeowners with independent local crews for extraction, drying and cleanup.

Common water problems in older Colony homes

Water heater failures. A tank that has rusted through can empty 40 or 50 gallons onto the floor, more if the supply keeps refilling it. If yours is in a closet or garage and more than 10 to 12 years old, check the pan and the valve.
Cast-iron drain lines. Over decades, cast iron under the slab can scale, crack or channel, causing slow leaks and sewage backups. A camera inspection is the way to know.
Slab leaks in supply lines under the foundation, often showing up as a warm spot on the floor or a spinning meter. See slab leak water damage.
Original shutoff valves that won't close when you need them. Test them before an emergency, and have a plumber replace any that are seized.

Storms and the lake

Like Little Elm across the water, The Colony borders Lewisville Lake, and heavy rain can flood low spots near the shore and creeks. Water that flows in from outside is treated as contaminated floodwater and is generally covered only by flood insurance. Spring hail is the other big storm risk, leading to roof leaks and wet attics. See storm water damage.

The Colony notes

Water service is provided by the City of The Colony. Report leaks at the street or meter to the city. If you're replacing an old water heater after a leak, the plumber may need to bring the installation up to current code, which can add to the cost.

Water damage questions from The Colony

Do you serve all of The Colony?

Yes, we take requests from across The Colony (ZIP 75056), including the older neighborhoods and the newer areas near the lake.

My 1980s house had a slow leak under the sink for months. What now?

Fix the leak, then have the cabinet base, wall and subfloor checked for moisture and mold. Long, slow leaks often rot particleboard cabinets and can grow mold behind them.

Do cast-iron drain lines need to be replaced?

Not always. Some can be cleaned or lined; badly damaged sections are replaced. A plumber's camera inspection shows the condition.

Is The Colony a primary service area?

The Colony is a secondary area for us next to Frisco, Prosper, Celina and Little Elm, but we take requests from anywhere in the city.

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